The time is almost upon us, rugby league fans in the city. Your 2018 fixtures are just around the corner!

It’s the time of year where supporters frantically book trips to Perpignan, circle the derby dates and look at the tough run-ins that face their side.

For Hull FC fanatics, they’ll be aiming to go one step further than 2017 and make the Grand Final – but which teams and in which order await them in the opening 23 rounds?

As for Hull KR, their return to Super League is only going to heighten anticipation for next season. With a need to avoid the Qualifiers for the fourth-straight year, can Tim Sheens’ men stay away from the middle 8s?

All will be unveiled on Wednesday morning at 8am – so set those alarms!

As ever, the Mail will have you covered, with the fixtures in full as well as analysis throughout the day online.